New Caledonia Weather, climate and geography

Weather & climate

Best time to visit

The climate is generally warm and subtropical. The cool season runs from April to August whilst the hottest period is from September to March. The main rains are between January and March. The seasons are less defined on the east coast than the west. Climate is tempered by trade winds.

Required clothing

Tropical lightweights, with jackets and sweatshirts for evenings.

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